There were 15,913 total businesses in the county zip codes, with 2,014 retail trade businesses (12.7%) accounting for the largest proportion of these businesses. 8,574 businesses (53.9%) had fewer than five employees, and 113 (0.7%) had 250 or more.
Median-sized businesses in five counties have less than four employees.
The following table shows the median business size in all Rhode Island counties.
Median business size in all Rhode Island counties (2016)
| County | Total Employees |
|---|---|
| Bristol County | 1-4 |
| Kent County | 1-4 |
| Newport County | 1-4 |
| Providence County | 1-4 |
| Washington County | 1-4 |
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